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Apply for the Leap Year 6-week Minimind - ⁠⁠⁠https://www.oliviatati.com/leapyearminiIn this live-from-the-beach episode, Olivia Tati shares how she's spending six weeks in Costa Rica — fully funded by her real estate portfolio.

In Season 10 of Someone Knows Something, host David Ridgen investigates the sudden 2021 disappearance of Jaclyn Ferland-Smith, a Canadian expat living in Playas del Coco, a paradise veiled in rumour and fear on the Pacific coast of Costa Rica. Episode 1 launches Monday, March 9. Hear episodes early on CBC True Crime on YouTube, or subscribe to CBC True Crime Premium on Apple Podcasts for early, ad-free access to all episodes.

In this episode of Gangland Wire, Host retired Intelligence Detective Gary Jenkins dives into the shadowy intersection of organized gambling and college athletics through the story of Frank “Lefty” Rosenthal.  During the early 1960s, Rosenthal built his reputation by identifying weaknesses in sports systems, particularly among vulnerable college athletes. He met one who could not be bought, Mickey Bruce of Oregon. At the center of this story is a little-known but pivotal attempt at a fix involving the Oregon Ducks. Rosenthal and his associate, David Budin, believed they had found an opening, but they ran headlong into the integrity of Oregon halfback Mickey Bruce. Bruce flatly refused the bribe, setting off a chain reaction that would help expose a much wider pattern of corruption in college sports.   I break down how this wasn't an isolated incident but part of a nationwide effort by gamblers to influence outcomes and exploit young athletes. The episode explores the mechanics of organized gambling, attempts to fix games, and why college sports became such an attractive target for mob-connected bookmakers. The story reaches a dramatic turning point during U.S. Senate hearings on gambling in college athletics, where Mickey Bruce publicly identified Lefty Rosenthal as one of the men who tried to corrupt him. It's a rare moment in mob history—one where a gambler is named in open testimony by a player who refused to bend.   From there, I trace Rosenthal's continued rise in the gambling world, from Miami to Las Vegas, where he would help shape modern sports betting while repeatedly managing to stay one step ahead of serious legal consequences. Rosenthal’s story raises enduring questions about accountability, the limits of law enforcement, and why some figures seem untouchable. I close the episode by reflecting on Rosenthal's legacy—and on Mickey Bruce's quiet heroism.   Hit me up on Venmo for a cup of coffee or a shot and a beer @ganglandwire Click here to “buy me a cup of coffee” Subscribe to the website for weekly notifications about updates and other Mob information. To go to the store or make a donation or rent Ballot Theft: Burglary, Murder, Coverup, click here To rent ‘Brothers against Brothers’ or ‘Gangland Wire,’ the documentaries click here.  To purchase one of my books, click here. 0:03 The Story Begins 4:14 The Bribe Attempt 7:58 The Aftermath of Scandal 12:26 The Rise of Lefty 14:34 College Sports and Corruption 18:58 The Online Gambling Boom 22:26 The Fall of Adrian McPherson 24:24 Mickey Bruce’s Legacy [0:00] Hey, hey, all you wiretappers, back here in the studio of Gangland Wire. This is Gary Jenkins, a retired Kansas City Police Intelligence Unit detective. I worked a mob for about 14 years, and now I tell some mob stories, as many as I can find. And we all know Lefty Rosenthal. We all know Robert De Niro played him as Ace Rothstein in the film movie Casino. And that movie, part of the reason it was so good that Nicholas Pelleggi, the screenwriter, and wrote the book, was able to spend hours and hours interviewing Lefty Rosenthal in real life. He had gone to Florida by then and it seemed like the mob wasn’t after him anymore. They had one attempted bombing of him, if you remember. [0:41] So it was a really good movie. There’s really good depiction of that era and that system that they had going out there. Let’s go back on Lefty Rosenthal’s history to a guy that he couldn’t corrupt. Lefty Rosenthal thought he could corrupt anybody, but he found a guy that he couldn’t corrupt. It was really one of his early cases where law enforcement, the FBI, and other state law enforcement agencies figured out Lefty Rosenthal was somebody, and he was a pretty big gambler. He was a nationwide gambler. In 1960, the Oregon Ducks had a pretty good team. What a name, the Oregon Ducks. They had a man named Dave Grayson and the quarterback with Dave Gross in the backfield. They had a 5’3 All-American receiver named Cleveland Jones. What a name, Cleveland Jones. They went 7-2-1. They lost to Michigan, and they also lost to eventual Rose Bowl champ Washington. But this was good enough to gain a Liberty Bowl invite to play Penn State. Oregon lost the bowl and played in two feet of snow and freezing temperatures in Philadelphia that year. [1:50] But the biggest news of the season was made during their trip to Ann Arbor to play Michigan. They had this potential All-American player named Mickey Bruce, who really was obscure compared to especially this Dave Gross or this Cleveland Jones, who was an unusual player. He was a president of his fraternity. He was a former Little League World Series star. He was the son of an attorney. He was a team captain. He played halfback and defensive back. And there was two professional gamblers came to Ann Arbor that year and they didn’t know much about this guy, but they did know, one of them’s name was Budin, David Budin, and the other one was Frank Lefty Rosenthal. They didn’t know much about Mickey Bruce, but they had a connection to him. A guy who played for the Oregon State basketball team named Jimmy Granada and knew Boudin from when they were little kids growing up on the basketball courts in New York City. Now, Granada told Mickey that he had two friends staying at the team hotel and they needed tickets. This time, players could then were given tickets and they could turn around and sell them to people. Boudin ended up finding him and introduced himself and said he was Jimmy Granada’s friend and invited Mickey up to the room and said, I’m the guy that needs a couple of tickets. [3:15] Mickey was a little bit hesitant, but didn’t know this guy. He’s probably got a New York accent, probably slick, more than likely. He hesitated at first and booted and said, just take a few minutes. I just want to get you to go and get those tickets. And so he goes him, so he follows him into the room and he finds Lefty Rosenthal waiting there, who he doesn’t know and won’t even have any idea who he is till much later. So they chatted a little bit about the game as people will and ask him questions about the team. And Rosenthal mentioned that Oregon was a six-point underdog. He said, do you don’t think a player could be bribed? Mickey said, I suppose they could. Buden then cut in. He said, Mickey, he said, what do you think it would cost to ensure that Michigan won by at least eight points? Mickey plays along. He says, you’re the big-time gamblers. You should know. So Buden said, about $5,000. And Mickey said, that’s probably fine. [4:14] Mickey said, let me check into this. And he said, I’m late for a team meeting and I got to get going. So they made plans to meet later on about 9 p.m. Mickey was no fool or small town rube. His father had been a Chicago attorney and he now practice in El Cajon, California. [4:31] He raced to catch up with his teammates and told an assistant coach about the bribe who told the athletic director, who then called in the Michigan State Police, who called in the FBI. And they told Mickey to go ahead and show up at 9 p.m. at the meeting in the hotel room. They don’t want to apprehend Buden and Rosenthal right now. They want to get some more information and really get a real solid bribery attempt out of them. So acting on the advice of these cops, Mickey goes back to the hotel room that evening. [5:00] Buden and Rosenthal start talking to him. And so they gave him tips about how to carry out this scheme without attracting any attention. Buden and Rosenthal say, we’ll give you an extra $5,000 and you can get the quarterback, Dave Gross, to go along with this scheme. He said, Mickey, you just need to let some pass receivers get behind you once in a while and let them run up the score a little bit. And you’re not going to win anyhow, more than likely. Get the quarterback to call a few wrong plays nobody really ever noticed. And he said, I’ll give you each $5,000 after the game if you’ll do that. He also offered Mickey $100 a week just to call him at his house down in Florida and update him about the health of Oregon’s team before weekly betting lines were released makes you wonder how many guys did Rosenthal have calling him to update him on injuries and everything on different college teams and professional too. Because I know from doing a story before that Ocardo and a lot of the Chicago gangsters really valued Rosenthal’s tips on making their football bets. He seemed to have some kind of an inside track. [6:08] As he got ready to leave, Mickey said, oh, wait a minute. I gave you those tickets. You got to pay me, which were only worth about three bucks each. And so Lefty gave him 50 bucks for the two tickets. Mickey would remember later that he had to roll $100 bills in his pocket, which is typical for a high-flyer, high-rolling kind of a dude like that, have a big roll of cash in your pocket. And then you reach down in, peel some off so everybody can see how much money you got in your pocket. Rosenthal said, hey, I got to leave tonight, but see my friend Buden in the morning, David Buden, and he’ll give you the money. Mickey agreed, went back to his room. The next morning, while eating breakfast with his teammates, he sees a state trooper leading Buden out of the hotel in handcuffs, and then missed Lefty Rosenthal, who, as he had told them the night before, the Lefty was going to be leaving, and they had made a good bribery attempt. I don’t know what the police were waiting on. They were trying to make an even better case or something. I guess they probably They wanted him to go back in and catch them all together with the money. But then lefty left, and they went ahead and pulled the trigger early. You never know how these things work out exactly and what was at play. During the game, Mickey, I tell you what, Mickey played his heart out. He got an interception for a touchdown. It didn’t make any difference. Michigan won easily, 21 to nothing, and easily covered the six-point spread. [7:28] A player will later be asked about this, and part of the reason was he said the coach had called a late-night team meeting and told them about this bribery attempt and asked them if any of them had been approached. Of course, everybody said no. Whether they had or not, they’re going to say no. But this player said it really shook us. We just had no rhythm. We just couldn’t get together for that game. [7:50] Buden, when he was arrested, it turns out he was arrested for registering at a hotel under a fake name. He ends up paying some little fine and leaving town. [7:58] Lefty was long gone the next day. It’s possible that Rosenthal and Buden knew that just attempting this bribe might have the negative impact on Oregon’s chances against the spread anyhow. All we know for sure is they got off scot-free in the end, and Buden paid a $100 fine or whatever. Lefty, but he did get exposed because Mickey Bruce, he didn’t have any idea of what he was getting drawn into, but it became a nationwide scandal. Basketball and football games, college games were being influenced on a wide scale by these gambling interests and Lefty Rosenthal was right in the middle of it all. Part of the McClellan committee, Senator McClellan of Arkansas convened his select committee just to investigate gambling and college athletics later that year. Because of this Michigan interaction with Lefty and college players and attempted bribery, they brought Mickey Bruce in. September the 8th, 1961, there’s a Senate hearing witness table. And sitting at that table is Mickey Bruce at one side and Frank Lefty Rosenthal at the other. And this was the same Frank he’d met at this hotel room. And he literally fingered Rosenthal as one of the men who attempted to bribe him. That photo that I’ve got in there, if you’re on YouTube, Rosenthal fled the fifth, of course. [9:27] Committee here, meetings like that, really what they’re good for is to stir law enforcement and bring people out and bring out and get the public riled up against organized crime. That’s what McClellan’s committee was really good for. They had several of those committees that finally got local authorities and the FBI to start looking at organized crime. And in particular, this is the mother’s milk of organized crime by now is gambling. And college sports gambling was the thing at the time. There was some pro teams going on, but it didn’t have near the action going down on it that the college teams had. There was a lot more interest in college and a lot more college games every week. Later on the next year, Wayne County, Michigan District Attorney’s Office wanted Mickey Bruce to come back to Detroit and swear out a complaint against the people that tried to bribe him and name him and give statements and everything. Bruce, by then, he didn’t really want to mess with it. He was playing football. He had his fraternity work. He had to keep his grades up because he was going to law school. [10:32] But they had a game against Ohio State that November. Michigan authorities thought, just come in and see us when you’re here. But he was out for the season by then. He had separated his shoulder, and he never really played again when they were playing Stanford earlier that year. He wasn’t going to go back to Michigan. His coaches tried to get him to cooperate, but he said, I’m done with the whole matter. In an interview, he said, as far as I’m concerned, this whole thing should have been dead a month ago after it happened. He conferred with his father, and they both said they can’t really make him do that. [11:05] He said, I didn’t have time to go. I’ve got all these school activities that I’m doing, and I just don’t want to go. And he said, the Michigan police botched this thing from the start. They should have stuck around, and they should have got Rosenthal before they left town. There were several things they should have done, and it was a poorly run investigation that probably wasn’t going to succeed anyhow. And he said it had been over a year, and he said, I don’t really remember exactly what happened. I understand all that, and he could have helped him make a case, but there’s an obscure a paragraph in Lefty Rosenthal’s FBI file. And it might explain a little more about why Mickey Bruce didn’t testify in a criminal trial against Lefty. It already testified and pointed him out in the McClellan hearing. But right after that, his mother received a telephone call in her home in El Cajon, California. Now, there’s some, it says name redacted, but you can easily fill in the name. 1961, September 1961, name redacted, El Cajon, received a phone call from an unidentified male asking if, name redacted, can you fill in, Mickey Bruce, name redacted, answered in the negative, at which time this person uttered an oath and added, you’re going to get it, and so is he. I think it’s pretty easy to fill in the names of Mickey Bruce and his mother easily. [12:26] Bruce stayed home Oregon went to Columbus Lost to the Buckeyes again Wayne County DA Dropped any cases Against Buden and Rosenthal For lack of evidence Lefty will continue During these years To run his sports book Out of Florida He’ll continue Traveling around the country And making contact With people in the College sports world Trying to bribe players And coaches And gather information And. [12:50] Cops in Miami were watching Lefty by then, 1960, New Year’s Eve. Police Chief Martin Dardis of Miami knocked on Rosenthal’s door with a group of guys and found him in his bedroom in his pajamas. He had a telephone in one hand and a small black book in the other. Dardis took the phone away from him and started answering the calls, and they were from bettors all around the country. He remembered that there was one guy named Amos who wanted to place a bet on a football game on New Year’s Day. And Dardis handed the phone to Rosenthal who told the guy that was calling in says you’re talking to a cop you stupid SOB. [13:28] During that raid, Rosenthal complained he’d paid $500 to keep local police from harassing his bookmaking operations. He said, you guys must be kidding. [13:37] Evidently, you didn’t get your piece. About a year later, February 1962, after the Senate hearings, detective knocked on his door again in Miami. He came to the door sporting dapper attire, which he was a really dapper dresser, and he had painted fingernails, according to a newspaper account. He said, I’ve been expecting you. [13:58] The detectives arrested Rosenthal, not for bribing Mickey Bruce, but he and his friend Buden faced charges in North Carolina for offering $500 to Ray Paprocki, a basketball player at NYU, and wanted to shave points in a 1960 NCAA tournament against West Virginia. During this time, authorities had uncovered a nationwide network of fixtures who conspired to influence hundreds of college basketball games over a five-year period. In the end, 37 players from 22 schools were arrested on charges relating to [14:31] port shaving. Man, that’s, boy, that was huge. We’ve got these guys going down now periodically that are getting involved because of the apps. And we’re going to get a little more into that. This gambling thing and college athletics especially, but even pro athletics. It’s a corrupting force, guys. I know a lot of you like to bet on games, but it really, there’s a real potential for corrupting the game. And in the end, if they keep it up and people keep corrupting these games, it’s just going to be like wrestling. You’ll just, somebody will control who’s going to win and who’s going to lose in every contest. That’s what these gamblers would like to get, and they’d make all the money. [15:08] Rosenthal pleaded no contest. He got a $6,000 fine for trying to fix this NYU-West Virginia game. He claimed that David Buden gave up his name and that he said later on, trying to clear himself of that, that that wasn’t really me. David Buden did it, and he would have given up his mother’s stay away from what he had to face. That was when the Nevada Gaming Control Board was after him. [15:33] In 1967, Rosenthal, under the watch of the Chicago Outfit, started acting like his outfit bosses and bring outfit tactics down to Miami. He started intimidating rival bookies and others in Miami who incurred his wrath. He ordered bombings of the territory. I interviewed the son of a CIA operative named, his father’s name was Ricardo Monkey Morales. Look back and see if you can find that interview of the son of Monkey Morales. I think Monkey Morales was probably in the title. And he told us about his father’s relationship with Rosenthal. He told him that Lefty had told his dad that he represented organized crime out of Chicago. And he said that Morales said that Rosenthal paid him. He said that Rosenthal paid Monkey Morales to blow up Alfie’s newsstand with a bookie joint in the back. He also had him, they had him blow up a car and a boat owned by a well-known jewelry thief that the mob was pressuring to do some burglaries for them. He also had him explode a bomb. I remember this, explode a bomb in the front yard of a Miami police officer trying to show his power. I guess this guy was messing with him or something, trying to tell everybody he was connected to the outfit and don’t mess with me. [16:50] Morales would also claim that he’d witnessed Rosenthal meeting with Tony Splatron in Miami in 1967. [16:58] 1970s, he goes to Las Vegas at the request of the outfit, which we all know. We’ll go back over it a little bit. Even legitimate gambling people will say he invented the sportsbook industry in Las Vegas. They didn’t really do that before. And Sports Illustrated once called him the greatest living expert on sports gambling. He’ll die in 2008 of natural causes down in Florida after all the skimming investigation went down and people started going to grand juries and being indicted and going to trials and everything. All the mobsters did. Several people in Las Vegas did. A guy out of the Tropicanda who was Kansas City’s man, Joe Augusto, and a guy named Carl Thomas who worked at both casinos and helping in skimming and several other guys that worked in the casino business. But guess who never was indicted? And guess who never even was called in for an interview? And guess who just hid out? Lefty Rosenthal. Makes you wonder, doesn’t it? Jane Ann Morrison of the Las Vegas Review-Journal. Finally, they get an FBI agent to confirm to her that he was a top echelon informant during all this time. They try to blow him up in his Cadillac, another famous attempted mob hit. A lot of people speculate on that. They’ll always say it was Kansas City because they thought he was an informant all along. and never liked him and never trust him because he really, he brought all the heat down out in Las Vegas. Now, the heat was coming anyhow, but he maybe brought it a little bit quicker. [18:24] There’s a former federal prosecutor out of Las Vegas that once said, it’s been said you should never speak ill of the dead, but there are exceptions to the rule, and Frank Rosenthal is one of those exceptions. He is an awful human being. [18:38] Dave Budin, the guy who first approached Mickey Bruce, Yes. Continues in the sportsbook game and draws his son Steve into it. And by the 1990s, the online betting industry has taken over from your neighborhood bookie and a mob just running everything. It’s a multi-billion dollar thorn in the side of the U.S. authorities. [18:59] 1998, federal prosecutors indicted Miami gambler David Buden, same man that tried to bribe Mickey Bruce, and indicted Buden’s son for running something called SDB Global. [19:13] Which later became SBG. Federal authorities prosecuted Boudin under a federal anti-gambling statute because SDB Global was incorporated in Costa Rica, but it was based in Miami. Pleaded guilty and got a $750,000 fine. In Kansas City, during those same years, the son of the feared mafia capo, if you will, Willie the Rat Comisano, Willie Comisano Jr., They headed up a group of bookies that contained the names and sons and other extended relatives of many Kansas City Mafia members out of the 50s and 60s. And they were using the internet and dealing with either SDB Global or one of the other sports betting sites that sprung up in Costa Rica because they were all over the place. Budins were high flyers in this doing business out of Costa Rica. And they were making a lot of money, a lot of money. In 2004, SBG comes to the attention of the Florida Department of Law Enforcement. They sent an undercover in, and they asked an SBG operator why the company required customers to call before wiring each new deposit. And he got him on tape to say, because we change the names in the countries of the middlemen all the time. The agent suggested that the process made it uneasy, and the employee of SBG said, you don’t have to worry about it. Lots of people do it. [20:35] Well, during this investigation, they also found there was a Florida State star quarterback named Adrian McPherson was placing bets on games that he was playing in and ends up getting dismissed from the Florida State Seminoles football team. He was a rising star, a rising young star quarterback. In the investigation, they learned he’d already lost $8,000 to a local bookie who’d cut him off. He was giving him, extending him credit. Guy owed him $8,000 and he cut him off. So that’s when he turned to online SBG sites. Now, you have to pay up front. So he was getting some money to gamble somehow, and he tried to hide this activity by using a roommate, but a review of his phone records showed several calls to STB, and one time was, like, just before, there were, like, two in a row. And that’s how they were, like, trying to hide it and then pass it off to make it look like there was somebody else making the bet. He eventually gets arrested. He pleads to lesser charges. But one of those charges was check forgery. And when a gambler starts losing, many times they’ll turn to those white-collar crimes like check forgery, embezzlement. They’ll start stealing from their work, shoplifting, drug dealing. They can do anything like a junkie, man. They’ll do anything to keep gambling. [21:52] I once knew a guy said he couldn’t even walk into a casino because he just starts getting a rush. He just can’t stay away from the machines once he walks in. So he totally has to stay out. Adrian McPherson, he was also an all-star baseball player. Even though he is kicked out of college ball for betting on his own team, he then gets drafted. The New Orleans Saints in 2005 draft him. They want him as their starting quarterback. But they also drafted a guy named Drew Brees, who ended up leading him to the Super Bowl in 2006. [22:27] Now, later in that season or during that season, the Tennessee Titan mascot will accidentally hit McPherson with a golf cart. He sues him for several million dollars. The following year, he does this. He’s been injured by this golf cart. I don’t know if it wasn’t a career injury, obviously, but they also the gambling thing. And the following year, he appears with the Grand Rapid Rampage AFL team. Then he goes to a Canadian team. Then he plays on a variety of arena football teams, a different one every year almost. And finally, in 2018, the Jacksonville Sharks, which is an arena team, releases him. His gambling led him to a free fall into obscurity. He was on his way up to life-changing generational wealth, and the gambling just got him. [23:17] Let’s go back a minute, you know, all these, I’ll be telling all these stories about these low rents and degenerate gamblers. Let’s go back to the incorruptible Mickey Bruce. He was injured during 1961 during his senior year. His last game was in 1961 against Stanford. His three seasons of Oregon, he rushed 29 times for 128 yards. At one touchdown, he caught 10 passes for 113 yards and three touchdowns. Defensively, he intercepted six passes in the last season, returned six punts for an 11-yard average. He ends up being drafted in the 24th round of the 1962 AFL draft by the Oakland Raiders, but he never pursued a professional football career. Instead, he followed his father’s footsteps. He went to law school and became a lawyer out in California. [24:08] Michael J. Bruce, his story goes really beyond the gridiron. He’s on that very short list of individuals who have implicated gangsters, pointed them out in court, and survived. And he prospered from then on under [24:20] his own name. He didn’t go in witness protection or anything like that. He might not have agreed to prosecute Lefty going back to Michigan for that other case, but he did stand up and point at Lefty Rosenthal and say, he’s the one that tried to bribe me. 1981, Mickey Bruce will get the Leo Harris Award. Presented to alumni, alumnus Letterman, who have been out of college for 20 years and have demonstrated continuous service and leadership to the university. Some of the other, Alberto Salazar went to Oregon. He got it. A guy named Dan Fouts, I know that name, Johnny Robinson, Bill Dellinger. [25:02] So guys, it’s much better to get a Lifetime Achievement Award for doing good than to get a car bomb or to die in obscurity. So thanks, guys. That’s the story of Lefty Rosenthal and his earlier years before the skimming and really the story of a tribute to Mickey Bruce, a guy that stood up and did the right thing when it needed to be done. Thanks, guys. 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What does it mean to lead the fitness industry in 2026? In this Coach Confessional episode, CEO Amanda Tress is back with a personal update and a bold look at the future of the FASTer Way—from moving her family to Costa Rica to launching a massive overhaul of the FASTer Way Certification. Amanda and Pro Trainer Haven Hennessey dive deep into why the FASTer Way is officially the premier, most modern and robust fitness and nutrition certification on the market. FASTer Way is leading the charge providing what no other program does: cutting-edge curriculum on hormones, advanced custom macros, and the "elephant in the room": GLP-1s and peptides.  Amanda shares her personal, transparent journey with peptides and why she believes "human plus" technology is the only way to combat the rise of generic AI fitness apps. Whether you're a client looking for the "Midlife Edge" or a coach ready to lead, this episode is your roadmap for what's next. Join FASTer Way's next 6 Week Program: https://www.fasterwaytofatloss.com/ Don't forget to check out our merch, supplements and other great deals: https://fasterwayshop.com/ Subscribe: youtube.com/FASTerWaytoFatLoss Follow us on Instagram: Amanda Tress: https://www.instagram.com/amandatress Haven Hennessey: https://www.instagram.com/havenhenn/ FASTer Way to Fat Loss: https://www.instagram.com/fasterwaytofatloss  

In this powerful virtual episode of All Talk Oncology, host Kenny Perkins (Your Cancer Guy) connects online with Dr. Jose Jimenez, a leading oncologic surgeon at Clinica Biblica in San Jose. Dr. Jimenez opens up about what most patients never see the emotional weight of delivering a cancer diagnosis and the responsibility surgeons carry long after they leave the operating room. From sharing tears with families to offering prayers before surgery, he reveals why compassion, humility, and faith are essential parts of cancer care. This conversation goes beyond surgical technique. Dr. Jimenez explains Costa Rica's public and private healthcare systems and why he chooses to serve in both to ensure that patients from all backgrounds receive quality care. He also shares why holistic, team-based oncology including psychology, nutrition, and coordinated specialty care is critical for true healing.   In this episode, Dr. Jimenez discusses: • The emotional reality of telling patients they have stage III or IV cancer • What surgeons feel after complex oncologic procedures • The power of empathy, prayer, and personal connection • Why patients are never “just a case” • Costa Rica's public vs. private healthcare system • The importance of multidisciplinary oncology teams • Why humility is a cornerstone of great medicine This episode is a reminder that behind every white coat is a human being and behind every diagnosis is someone who deserves compassion, honesty, and hope.   Immortalize your voice by being an ALL TALK ONCOLOGY GUEST! Just fill-out this FORM. Invite Kenny Perkins to Speak or Participate on your event. Just fill-out this FORM.   SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS: All Talk Oncology: Instagram & Facebook JOIN OUR FREE COMMUNITY: Facebook Community WEBSITE: www.alltalkoncology.com

An automated giant is crippled in space, and the only man who can save it swore he would never touch a liner again. To keep hundreds alive, Pop Gillette must prove that instinct still outruns machinery. Patch by William Shedenhelm. That's next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast.The lost sci-fi podcast is the #1 Vintage Science Fiction Podcast in the world thanks to you!The way you support us is amazing, many of you have written 5 star reviews on Apple Podcasts lately, this is from Otch75, “I have been a Science Fiction fan all my life! Being the youngest boy with 4 sisters, it was the best reading and watching stories with my mom… who spoiled me till the day she passed. I think of her every time I listen to your show, the narrator is incredible! Keep up the great work!! Jealously thinking of Costa Rica from the balmy 11° chill in South Buffalo New York , Been spreading the word, your new listener & fan Matthew J Sr.”Thank you Matthew! We appreciate your review and you spreading the word. Oh and by the way it's 80 degrees here in Costa Rica and I'm heading to the pool as soon as I finish this episode. Is that wrong for me to say that?Another way you can support the podcast is by buying us a coffee. Someone who chose to remain anonymous recently bought us 3 coffee's. “Greetings from Greece. Though not a single one of your selections seems obscure to me, since I am an avid fiction reader, your effort is precious. So, often enough I prefer to listen to a story instead of reading it from an anthology. Amazing presentation. Cheers.”Thanks! We appreciate you someone, and we appreciate every listener in every country no matter how you choose to support us. We're glad you're here.We love discovering authors that most people have never heard of. William Shedenhelm is one of those we cannot find anything about. Other than the fact that he wrote this story that appeared on page 93 in Planet Stories magazine in the Fall 1950 issue. Patch by William Shedenhelm…Next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast, Earth has already been stripped bare, and one exhausted scientist discovers that survival may require a change no one ever imagined making. To live, he must decide whether humanity will cling to its old pride—or become something entirely new. Strange Exodus by Robert Abernathy.☕ Buy Me a Coffee - https://lostscifi.com/coffee===========================

In a world where machines have ended hunger and hardship, two men discover that being unnecessary can hurt more than being poor. When they confront the most powerful creation ever built, they expect a fight—and instead hear something that leaves them shaken. Quixote And The Windmill by Poul Anderson. That's next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast.Thank you to David Bell who bought us 5 coffees. “I'm a sci fi buff for nearly 60 years. Loving your podcasts on Spotify here in North Yorkshire England typically while having my exercise walks. Hope you and your wife enjoy the coffees.”Thanks David, and my coffee loving wife thanks you too. Did you know that here in Costa Rica some moms add coffee to their child's baby bottle? It's true. Her mom got her started as a baby and she did the same with her two girls. If you would like to buy us a coffee there is a link in the description.☕ Buy Me a Coffee - https://lostscifi.com/coffeeBack in 1965, sci-fi author Algis Budrys said Poul Anderson “has for some time been science fiction's best storyteller.” That's not casual praise — that's one great writer tipping his hat to another.The Science Fiction Writers of America later named Anderson its 16th Grand Master in 1998. In 2000, he was inducted into the Science Fiction and Fantasy Hall of Fame. By every measure, he's one of the giants of the field.And somehow… until today, we've only narrated one of his stories — Duel on Syrtis.We will discover our story on page 85 in Astounding Science Fiction, November 1950, Quixote And The Windmill by Poul Anderson…Next on The Lost Sci-Fi Podcast, He was sent into orbit to assemble the machine that would save what was left of civilization—but finishing the job may mean never coming home. With his oxygen running thin and the world turning silently below him, one decision will decide who controls humanity's future. A Long Way Back by Ben Bova.☕ Buy Me a Coffee - https://lostscifi.com/coffee===========================

Los avances de la tecnología a veces nos aterran. Pero ¿qué tanto podría espantarnos la IA y/o las redes sociales? Un enigmático que juega a la ouija, un video siniestro en TikTok y una cuenta fantasmal de Instagram. En nuestras noticias paranormales: En una pequeña comunidad en Costa Rica, un hombre revisaba de forma rutinaria las cámaras de seguridad de su casa y de repente escucho ruidos extraños dentro de la casa, pero allí no había nadie. En Mendoza, Argentina una familia presenció como los cajones de su baño se abrían solos. En la casa han detectado sonidos extraños durante la noche.  

Old friends, zero filter. Tamzin Outhwaite joins Captain Alan on Alan Air for a brilliantly unhinged catch-up that proves some friendships never grow up - they just get wetter. From being pushed into a swimming pool at Amanda Holden's party, to childhood Disney holidays, solo retreats, and disastrous travel moments, this is a chat full of affection, honesty and big laughs.There's wellness, wandering the world, and the kind of stories you only tell friends you've known forever.00:04 Intro00:21 Friday Night Project flashbacks & chambermaid sketches01:59 The lesbian festival in Mexico (better than Glastonbury)02:42 Being recognised abroad thanks to Celebrity Traitors03:07 Pool-pushing incidents and apologies03:46 Abigail's Party and standing ovations04:13 Touring again & theatre love05:12 Codpieces, restoration comedy & the merkin or not debate08:22 Making Abigail's Party Tamzin's own09:34 Nearly being banned from India10:55 Solo travel, bravery & “sad tax”12:04 Childhood holidays, house swaps & Disneyland perks13:34 Holiday romances (or lack of them)14:39 Why Ibiza still doesn't work16:46 Celebrities spotted on holiday18:30 Brian Harvey, runaway cars & Alan's dad20:47 Wellness retreats & founding We Free Women24:01 Bucket-list destinations & Costa Rica dreams27:58 All-inclusive holidays: heaven or hell29:14 St Lucian Rosé volleyball at sunset31:28 Quick-fire questions & coming into land#LifesABeach #AlanCarr #TamzinOuthwaite #Chattyman #TravelStories #HolidayChaos #PoolIncident #CelebrityPodcast #WellnessTravel #FunnyFriends Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kate and Betsy speak with Elizabeth Marner, the founder and CEO of “The Be A Light Project” for brain health and suicide prevention for rural communities.  Her nonprofit was born out of personal pain following her son's suicide attempt and their frustrations getting the help he needed. In today's Episode we discuss: Elizabeth's experience of growing up and continuing to live in a rural small town. Elizabeth's painful story of her son's suicide attempt, and his struggle getting help in a rural community. Elizabeth's own mental health journey. How her son Mason feels about her work. Her passion for rural communities, blue collar workers, and her deep desire to change the culture of how such communities view mental health. Elizabeth's Book “EmpowerHER”. Podcast Elizabeth Recorded for the book: https://youtu.be/xiHuVKJ3tTI?si=nuXIXoSM4cEpMvg9 Elizabeth's Nonprofit: https://www.bealightproject.org/our-mission Documentary that Elizabeth and her son Appear In: https://mtyc.co/zzxq0f Past Episodes about Mental Health that you Might Enjoy:    Episode 177: Are You Dysregulated? Episode 170: Renee Zukin: Everyday I'm Brave Episode 167: Dr. Jackie Kamradt: Being A Mother is the Best Thing for my OCD Episode 164: Christina Woods: Unraveling to Heal Episode 161: Intergenerational Trauma Episode 133: Domestic Abuse: Wisdom From A Survivor, Dr. Lauren Welter  Today's Episode sponsored by: The Local Hub (https://thelocalhub-ic.com/) Kate Moreland Coaching (https://www.katemorelandcoaching.com/) Dr Yoga Momma (https://dryogamomma.com/) Heartland Yoga (https://heartlandyoga.com/) Want to go on retreat? Want to join Betsy in Costa Rica in May 11-18 2026 at her favorite retreat center to help you connect with your inner healer using yoga, meditation, energy medicine, and creativity?  At this retreat, broadway director Kristin Hanggi is joining to lead on the power of creativity to move us through our collective and personal anxiety.   All the details here!  Here is the episode with Kristin –  154. The Multi-Hyphenate Wonder that is Kristin Hanggi Source

This body scan breathing practice offers a gentle way to help the body soften and the nervous system settle. You'll be guided to notice your breath and your body in a way that supports grounding and regulation with surprising ease. In this episode of Somatic Healing Meditations, I guide you through a soothing breathing practice that combines slow, regulating breath with gentle interoceptive awareness. This combination sends clear cues of safety through the system and can create a noticeable shift in how grounded, centered, and at ease you feel. As attention moves through the body alongside the breath, many people notice tension easing, stress releasing, and a greater sense of presence in their bodies. The practice doesn't require much effort and is designed to be supportive and accessible, even when you're feeling tired, stressed, or overwhelmed. Listen now and take this time to reconnect with your body in a way that genuinely supports regulation. Perfect for grounding, soothing the nervous system, regulating stress, and easing tension in both body and mind In this episode: About Body Scan Breathing: A Simple Practice That Gently Regulates the Nervous System Body Scan Breathing Practice Related: More Deep Relaxation Meditations Get on the Priority Waitlist for my Somatic Self-Love Retreat in Costa Rica 2027 so you'll be the first to get access to early bird pricing! https://helloinnerlight.com/retreats Ready to find your center, quiet your mind, and step off the roller coaster of stress and overwhelm? You're invited to join me in Somatic Healing Hub! SHH is a beautiful, deeply supportive online community filled with the structure, support, and somatic practices to help you actually feel better in your body - and create real change in your life. Inside, you'll get ad-free access to the Somatic Healing Meditations podcast! Each week, I guide multiple live somatic healing classes - calming, grounded practices to regulate your nervous system and reconnect with your inner world. There's also monthly group coaching with me, heart-centered workshops, and an extensive library of powerful body-based resources to support your healing journey. Your nervous system. Your emotions. Your healing — lovingly supported. Learn more and enroll now! Connect with Karena: @helloinnerlight on Instagram, and YouTube Find ALL of the amazing Somatic Healing Meditations here Submit a question for the podcast: Your Healing, Your Questions Free mini-course: The Feel it to Heal it Mini-Course Join me on a retreat! https://helloinnerlight.com/retreats Get AD-FREE access to this podcast, plus live classes, workshops, and group coaching in Somatic Healing Hub Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode of the Roast It Yourself Podcast, Stephen and Catherine are back together in person—and tackling a question from Lee about roasting a Tanzania Peaberry on the Fresh Roast SR800. If you've ever wondered why peaberries behave differently in the roaster, this one's for you. They break down: What makes peaberries physically different (and a little “weird”) Why they can roast more aggressively in fluid-bed machines like the SR800 How bean density and size impact airflow and heat transfer Whether peaberry is the right choice for your first roast Practical profiling advice to help you avoid scorching or racing through first crack You'll also hear Catherine's take on why starting with a consistent Central American bean (like Costa Rica) can make learning a new machine much smoother—and when it makes sense to graduate to more nuanced coffees like Tanzania Peaberry. Whether you're brand new to roasting or dialing in your SR800, this episode will help you approach peaberries with confidence—and maybe a little more patience. Have a question for a future episode? Send it to questions@riypod.com NOTES: Follow Our Instagram Account @RIY_POD CHECK US OUT HERE: Coffee Bean Corral YouTube Coffee Bean Corral Website Current Crop Roasting Shop Website Rancher Wholesale Website

¡EL TRI DE LIGA MX CUMPLE EL TRÁMITE! La Selección Mexicana de JAVIER AGUIRRE venció a Islandia en unamistoso con sabor local. Analizamos quiénes levantaron la mano para la lista del MUNDIAL 2026.Sin embargo, no todo es paz: ANTONIO MOHAMED, técnico del bicampeón Toluca, lanzó un dardoenvenenado a la FMF. El "Turco" criticó ferozmente el calendario y el préstamo de jugadores, señalando aToluca y Chivas como los grandes perjudicados por estos amistosos.¡EL REY ADQUIERE SU CASTILLO! CRISTIANO RONALDO sacude el fútbol español al comprar el 25% delALMERÍA.ANTOINE GRIEZMANN está a un paso de ser el nuevo refuerzo estrella del ORLANDO CITY. La locura por LIONEL MESSI llega a Puerto Rico: el INTER MIAMI aterriza en la isla para su duelo ante Independiente del Valle.MARTÍN DEMICHELIS es el nuevo DT del MALLORCA, la selección de COSTA RICA encuentra jefe en el argentinoFERNANDO BATISTA, y repasamos el desempeño de los estadounidenses en la CHAMPIONS LEAGUE.RECUERDA SUSCRIBIRTE Y ACTIVAR LA CAMPANA

One of the most prolific comedians today, Ali Siddiq returns to the Bonfire with his handler Andre. Ali explains how Andre is a problem. | There's a respect for headlining comics in Texas that gives them the right to the green room in the clubs. | Jay tells the recent story of how Bobby saved a black child from the waters of Costa Rica. | Ali was once told he needed to "get passed" at The Comedy Cellar in order to get booked there. Go to Alisiddiq.com for all Ali's tour dates and his many specials are on YouTube! *To hear the full show to go www.siriusxm.com/bonfire to learn more! FOLLOW THE CREW ON SOCIAL MEDIA: @thebonfiresxm @louisjohnson @christinemevans @bigjayoakerson @robertkellylive @louwitzkee @jjbwolf Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of The Bonfire ad-free and a whole week early.  Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Topic: Education Reform, Healthcare Advocacy, and Running for Georgia Superintendent of SchoolsIn this 43-minute episode, host JR Sparrow sits down with Dr. Nelva Lee, a healthcare administrator, entrepreneur, and candidate for Georgia Superintendent of Schools. Dr. Lee shares her inspiring journey from Panama to the United States, her work in healthcare advocacy, and her vision for transforming Georgia's education system through literacy, trade certifications, and school choice.Growing up in Panama during the Noriega dictatorshipFamily heritage from Costa Rica and JamaicaMoving to the US as a teenager and appreciating democratic freedomsLessons learned from her grandmother Nelva about gratitude and work ethicObtaining a trade certification in healthcare during high schoolEarning bachelor's, master's, and doctorate degrees in healthcare administrationWorking as Director of Patient Advocacy at Grady Health SystemFounding a vocational school for medical interpretersCreating the certification exam for medical interpretersInvolvement with AI and human interpreting integrationAppointment to Georgia Department of Community Health by Governor KempLearning the slow process of government policymakingImportance of community engagement in healthcare policyAdvocacy rooted in personal experience with dictatorshipCurrent State of Georgia Education:Georgia ranks 38th out of 50 states in educationMississippi improved from 50th to top 10 by returning to basicsKey Campaign Initiatives:Literacy FirstNo child leaves second grade without learning to readClear guidelines for teachers on literacy benchmarksRecognition that prisons are built based on third-grade literacy ratesUniversal Trade CertificationsAll Georgia graduates receive high school diploma AND trade certificationBenefits both college-bound and workforce-ready studentsProvides financial independence and career optionsExpanded School ChoiceExpansion of Promise Scholarship ActMore public Montessori and KIPP schoolsMatching learning environments to individual student needsSpecial Education & IEP Reform:Concerns about overuse of IEP labelsIEP test scores don't count toward school performance metricsRisk of implicit bias from teachers toward labeled studentsNeed for appropriate learning environments rather than automatic labelingPost-COVID Challenges:Addressing learning deficits in current 6th-7th gradersMental health impacts from isolation (anxiety, depression)Need for motivation and self-esteem building"By the third grade, they're building prisons based on whether or not children are literate.""Every child can learn, but they need to have a learning environment that matches their specific learning needs.""Good leaders really are great because they motivate others to do the best.""Anything that you do for children lasts a lifetime."Learn More About Dr. Nelva Lee:Website: drnelvalee.comBooks and additional information available on her websiteFollow WV Uncommon Place:Instagram, Tumblr, Twitter, TikTok, Facebook, LinkedInMerch: wvuncommonplace.square.siteSubscribe and rate on your favorite podcast platformEducation ReformHealthcare AdvocacyEntrepreneurshipImmigration & DemocracySpecial EducationTrade Schools & Vocational TrainingSchool ChoiceLeadership & Public ServiceEpisode SummaryKey Topics DiscussedBackground & Immigration (0:00 - 8:00)Healthcare Career & Entrepreneurship (8:00 - 18:00)Public Service & Policy (18:00 - 25:00)Running for Georgia Superintendent of Schools (25:00 - 43:00)Notable QuotesResourcesEpisode Themes

Hey Friends~  If your child's speech is hard to understand, uses unusual patterns, or sounds younger than their age, you're not alone. In this episode, we're looking at speech sound disorders, phonological delays, and articulation challenges. I'll help you sort out what's developmental, what might need support, and how everyday play can support clearer speech—without correcting every word. Always cheering you on!  Dinalynn CONTACT the Host, Dinalynn:  hello@thelanguageofplay.com COMMENT? QUESTION?  Leave a voice message!  https://castfeedback.com/play WANT TO WORK WITH ME?  Let's talk:  https://calendly.com/hello-play/strategy-session MORE RESOURCES I APPROVE AND YOU MAY LOVE:   February - Honoring & Highlighting Children's Authors  Constance Lewis: Emotions   Connect: https://www.colorfulcapesoffeelings.com/  226 Constance Lewis: Using Colors To Get Through Big Feelings Jason Heffler: Children's Speech Disorders   Connect: linktr.ee/jasonheffler 214 Wonder About Stuttering and Fluency? Jason Heffler Shares What Is Helpful From Personal Experience Terry Lilga:  Rhyming   Connect: https://terrililgabooks.com/ 218 Terri Lilga: Why Is Rhyme So Important? Using Literature To Teach Beyond The Words Claire Miller: Storytelling With Kids   Connect: www.clairemillerauthor.co.uk  243 Claire Miller: The Power of Storytelling to Build Confidence & Connection Rella B:  Life Lessons   Connect:  https://rellabbooks.com/   252 Rella B: You Get the Work Done, They Think It's Play - Turning Chores Into Connection   “Bye to Burnout Bundle” for the Homeschool Moms Sign up for Resources! Included is your entrance into my talk with Q&A titled, “Does My Homeschool Child Qualify for Speech Therapy?” I will talk plainly about qualifications and answer your questions.  Bundle Quick Link: https://www.maliaphelpswaller.com/bye-to-burnout-bundle   Sign up for a family trip to Costa Rica!!   2026 is a year for deeper connection at Family Talks Retreat in Costa Rica

On Episode 396, Scarf takes you through the 1-0 win over Real España, as LAFC advances to play Costa Rican side, and familiar CCC foe, Alajuelense in the next round. Son Heung-min and Denis Bouanga both start and play the first half. Jude Terry and Amin Boudri each make their LAFC debuts, and Nkosi Tafari's first LAFC goal is the difference in the match. Also on this episode, we chat about Denis Bouanga's extension, keeping him in Black and Gold through at least 2028, as well as taking a look back at This Day in LAFC History. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

My old comedy pal from Chicago is now an expat living in Costa Rica. Time to check in to see how it is living La Pura Vida.

Costa Rica Camp Reflections and Beyond.Links and Resources Mentioned in this Episodewww.RollModelsWanted.com@dani_g_ina_gi@berimbozo@adelefornarino@jrizzinthehizz@ajclingerman@beautyandthegipodcast@rollmodelgrapplingIf you love the podcast, share it with a friend!You can also leave us a 5-star rating in Spotify or Apple Podcasts.

Betrayal trauma is often talked about as a couple's crisis, but betrayal is never contained to the marriage alone.In this episode, Hali Roderick and her daughter Morgan Ellsworth explore the often-overlooked impact of parental betrayal on children and the entire family system.As professionals in the betrayal trauma field, and as a mother and daughter who have firsthand experience, they invite listeners into an essential conversation on generational healing, witnessing, and family recovery. They discuss how children often feel the impact of betrayal in the family, without the truth to give language to their experience. Without support, they often carry confusion, self-blame, and unprocessed grief into adulthood.Together, they discuss how children often sit in an unaware and disempowered place and why compassionate witnessing, emotional validation, and developmentally appropriate disclosure are essential for restoring agency and safety.Healing is messy. It is courageous. And it is possible across generations. View the Typology of Witness Grid mentioned in this episode HERE.Join the Interest List for our upcoming course for parents: Intentional Parenting After Betrayal.Read ⁠Witnessing Wonder and Hope⁠  (⁠Full Study⁠)Connect with Morgan on Instagram and listen to her podcast, Healing Betrayed Families.You can email her directly at morgan.ellsworth98@gmail.com.Connect With Me + Continue Your HealingIf today's episode resonated with you, you don't have to walk the healing journey after betrayal alone. I create trauma-informed resources, conversations, and learning experiences to support individuals and couples navigating infidelity, betrayal trauma, and relational repair.Here are a few ways to stay connected and continue your healing:Join me at a Retreat or IntensiveIf you're craving deeper, in-person support and embodied healing, I'm helping facilitate two upcoming experiences created specifically for betrayed partners. The Courage to Thrive Betrayal Trauma Intensive takes place March 17–20 in Spanish Fork, Utah and offers a structured, trauma-informed space to understand betrayal trauma, regulate your nervous system, and rebuild self-trust. The Rise, Renew, Restore Retreat in Costa Rica, happening July 13–18, offers a more spacious, restorative experience focused on slowing down, reconnecting with your body, and healing in the presence of nature and supportive community. Free Resources & DownloadsAccess free tools, guided practices, and educational resources designed to support nervous system regulation, self-trust, boundaries, and clarity after betrayal.

After a trip to Costa Rica, visiting Hacienda La Minita, Amanda gets back behind the microphone to discuss her experiences.  Details about the DoubleShot Birthday, celebrating 22 years: Thursday, March 5 - live music 5-630p - The Coffee Purist book launch and party 630-8p The DoubleShot Space Program will also debut with a natural Gesha from Jardines del Eden.

in this episode, my client and friend, Yennhi and I talk about the ways that you dilute your expression, how to use sacred theater & improv to become more YOU, PLUS how to deal with backlash & haters online... to become unapologetic and unbothered

Charli Meek is a competitive surfer and international surf commentator. Ernesto Fallas is the founder of Jungle Mat, a Jiu Jitsu academy in Costa Rica. In this episode, Charli and Ernesto share how they built a life rooted in nature, movement, and community by blending surfing, martial arts, and intentional living in the jungle of Uvita. Explore how reconnecting with your biology, regulating your nervous system through healthy challenge, and embracing beginner's mind can transform stress into strength and modern burnout into grounded vitality.

Now that we've entered the year of the Fire Horse, this energy is asking us...What are you ready to build? What is the life you truly want to create? If you expanded your belief in what's possible, what would you pursue?Now is the time to answer the call!If your heart has been asking you to make a change...whether that looks like making a career pivot, finally pursuing a creative passion, sharing your gifts in a new way, or taking a leap of faith... this podcast is for you!We dive into the importance of answering the call (for you and everyone around you!), why it can be so hard, and what can help you move forward in the face of uncertainty. Give it a listen and then ask yourself —what call are you ready to answer?IN THIS EPISODE WE TALK ABOUT:What shifts when you say yes to the call on your heart and how the impact ripples out far beyond you.Why the resistance, fear and challenges are actually part of the path, not proof you should quit.My experience at an Amenti retreat in Costa Rica—what happens when you're surrounded by humans who answered the call. Why waiting for total clarity keeps you stuck and how one small spark is enough to begin.Tired of letting fear or doubt stop you from pursuing the path you're truly called to take?Join us for this free masterclass: Answer the Call ⚡️ https://ginacasbarro.com/answerthecallDiscover what holds you back, how to break free, and hone in on one step you can take next to walk in the direction of your dreams!MORE ABOUT GINA CASBARRO:Gina Casbarro is a certified Life Designer®  coach and feng shui expert who empowers her clients to blaze their own path and design the life and space of their dreams.Gina's passion for coaching began as a manager at lululemon where she spent more than eight years coaching hundreds of people to develop as leaders and crush their goals. Her love of nature, symbolism, and intuition led her to feng shui. She now weaves these passions together to support her clients in aligning their mindset, their lifestyle, and their environment with their truest goals and values.RESOURCES: 

Need any advice or information, message us.We chat with Zach Kay, CEO and Founder of Second Street, a mortgage company offering fixed interest 30 year terms on Costa Rica mortgages.  We discuss how their offering differs, what people need to understand about loans in Costa Rica and where he sees opportunity in Costa Rica's Real Estate and Investment market.Free 15 min consultation:  https://meetings.hubspot.com/jake806/crconsultContact us: info@investingcostarica.comZach Kay: https://www.mysecondstreet.com/

Residents and students learn from others about original motivation, long-haul stamina, pearls and pitfalls of living in community, debt, vision for one’s next step to the nations, and helping the needy now tensioned with investing in education to help others later.

Tammy's fabulous trip to Costa Rica almost turned into a nightmare when suddenly all the power went out in the middle of the night. But it turned out to be one of the best things that could happen because they all got to experience how gorgeous the sky was at night without light pollution. What happened on your vacation that you thought was going to ruin everything but ended up being the best thing that could possibly happen? 

Welcome back to another episode of School Counseling Simplified. Today I am interviewing Colleen, a school counselor and IMPACT member, who shares her journey from nursing school to school counseling and her passion for teaching students the coping skills she did not learn growing up. Colleen Mosley is a School Counselor in Long Island, New York. This is her fourth year at her current school. Previously, she worked as a School Counselor for four years in Northern Virginia. Before becoming a counselor, she served on the Leadership Team at a private school in Northern Virginia. Colleen is deeply passionate about equipping students with lifelong coping skills and believes that work is at the heart of why she became a School Counselor. What does Colleen love about school counseling Colleen shares that she loves being the person she did not have growing up. She finds it incredibly fulfilling to teach children skills they can use throughout their lifetime. What does Colleen love about individual sessions Because she sees all students weekly for classroom lessons, she is able to build strong rapport and positive relationships early on. When students come to her counseling room for individual support, there is already an established foundation of trust. How does she manage the logistics of individual sessions Colleen typically meets with students once a week for six weeks for approximately 20 minutes. She administers a pre-assessment during the first session and a post-assessment during the final session to measure growth and progress. A day in the life Colleen works with students in grades K through 8 on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. She is available on Mondays primarily for crisis response. She teaches Social Emotional Learning lessons in 40 minute blocks for each classroom and schedules individual sessions as needed. When she is not teaching or counseling, she supervises lunch and recess or plans future lessons and school events. Advice for new school counselors Find a mentor you trust. Prioritize self-care. Join a cohort or a community such as IMPACT so you have support and resources readily available to make your job feel more manageable. As Colleen says, overdose on self-care so you can do your job most effectively! Do not forget, today and tomorrow I am hosting a free live training on how to enhance your individual counseling sessions and begin collecting meaningful data so you can feel confident and valued in your role. You will walk away with practical engagement strategies and simple data tracking tools you can start using right away.   Resources Mentioned: Individual Counseling LIVE Training Connect with Rachel: TpT Store Blog Instagram Facebook Page Facebook Group Pinterest Youtube   More About School Counseling Simplified: School Counseling Simplified is a podcast offering easy to implement strategies for busy school counselors. The host, Rachel Davis from Bright Futures Counseling, shares tips and tricks she has learned from her years of experience as a school counselor both in the US and at an international school in Costa Rica. You can listen to School Counseling Simplified on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, and more!  

Legendary LATAM Gringo Jakes' Website: https://jakenomada.com/ Twitter: https://x.com/JakeNomada $27 a month, unlimited data, 100+ countries = pangia pass Use my link for 10% off: https://pangiapass.com/a/bold Find Me Here: https://linktr.ee/bold.perceptions Travel / Lifestyle Consultation, DM Me On Instagram: bold_perceptions Subscribe to win a free flight.... when I hit 5k subscribers I will buy a random person a one way flight to experience solo travel themselves. & I will help you plan the adventure. Ai summary for seo ~ Latin America is a sprawling, high-contrast mosaic that defies any single label, offering a lifestyle that is as exhausting as it is exhilarating. To live here as a "gringo" is to enter a world where the social fabric is woven with deep-seated warmth and a collective resilience that prioritizes human connection over rigid schedules. Whether you are navigating the high-altitude Andean peaks or the humid pulse of a Caribbean coastline, you'll find a culture that operates on the "Tranquilo" principle—a fluid approach to time where bureaucracy is slow, but the coffee is fresh, the music is loud, and the people are genuinely curious about your story. It is a region that rewards the flexible and punishes the impatient. For those looking to plant roots, the "Gringo Trail" has evolved into a sophisticated network of hubs catering to different flavors of expatriate life. Mexico City and Medellín remain the heavyweights for digital nomads seeking cosmopolitan energy, world-class gastronomy, and robust infrastructure. Meanwhile, places like the Sacred Valley in Peru or the coastlines of Costa Rica offer a more soul-searching, "Pura Vida" existence focused on wellness and nature. In 2026, the influx of remote workers has pushed prices up in trendy neighborhoods like Roma Norte or El Poblado, but the cost of living still offers a "luxury-for-less" trade-off that is nearly impossible to find in the US or Europe, particularly regarding private healthcare and domestic services. However, the transition isn't always seamless, and "gringo" life requires a specific mental toolkit to navigate safely and respectfully. Safety is the most common concern, but it is often more about "situational awareness" than dodging cartels; it's about learning not to "give papaya"—local slang for not making yourself an easy target by flashing wealth. Beyond security, there is the hurdle of the "Gringo Tax," where foreigners are often quoted higher prices. Integration is the only cure for this; those who bother to learn the local Spanish (or Portuguese in Brazil) and respect the formal etiquette of the Usted find that the "foreigner" label eventually softens into that of a "local friend," unlocking a much deeper, more authentic version of the city. Ultimately, living in Latin America is an exercise in trading "First World" convenience for "Real World" vibrancy. You might lose a day to a confusing bank errand or a sudden power outage, but you'll gain a life filled with spontaneous Sunday asados, vibrant street markets, and a sense of community that makes the hyper-individualism of the North feel sterile by comparison. It is a place where the infrastructure might be crumbling in spots, but the spirit is unbreakable. If you can handle the noise, the spicy food, and the occasional chaos, it offers a richness of experience that makes it one of the most rewarding regions on earth to call home. #travel #travelblogger #nomad #latinamerica #expat #wifimoney

Episode Highlights: ▶Introduction to Nettle Dieta a 3-week plant spirit immersion ▶ Why late February and early March 2026 carry potent astrological significance  ▶ Key 2026 astrological transits ▶ What a traditional master plant dieta looks and feels like in the Peruvian jungle  ▶ The difference between a traditional dieta and a soft or social dieta  ▶ Why stinging nettle was chosen for this specific moment in astrology and world history  ▶ The concept of "bright boundaries" and how nettle teaches them  ▶ An introduction to co-facilitators Sam Perry (master herbalist and alchemist) and Susan De Rider (mystery school astrologer)  ▶ How working with plant spirits differs from consuming entheogenic medicines  ▶ The power of communal, intentional containers and why the number of participants matters    Nettle Dieta A Plant Spirit Immersion & Astrology-Guided Resilience for 2026: Join us for a 3-week plant spirit immersion held in community, moving into the Spring Equinox with Nettle as your ally for the astrology of 2026. Starts March 9th. https://go.bethaweinstein.com/nettle-dieta/ Previous Episodes Featuring Sam Perry:  https://bethaweinstein.com/podcast/energetics-of-psilocybin-bridging-tradition-ancient-wisdom-the-body-sam-perry-part-1/ https://bethaweinstein.com/podcast/energetics-of-psilocybin-bridging-tradition-ancient-wisdom-and-the-body-sam-perry-part-2/   Download Beth's free trainings here: Clarity to Clients: Start & Grow a Transformational Coaching, Healing, Spiritual, or Psychedelic Business: https://bethaweinstein.com/grow-your-spiritual-businessIntegrating Psychedelics & Sacred Medicines Into Business: https://bethaweinstein.com/psychedelics-in-business▶ Beth's Coaching & Guidance: https://bethaweinstein.com/coaching ▶ Beth's Offerings & Courses: https://bethaweinstein.com/services▶ Instagram: @bethaweinstein ▶ FB: / bethw.nyc + bethweinsteinbiz ▶ Join the free Psychedelics & Purpose Community: / psychedelicsandsacredmedicines

Danielle Paige is an International Spiritual Teacher, Soul Astrologer, Host of Cosmic Body Podcast and Founder of Purposely Divine: School For Your Soul and Astrology Mystery School. A self-taught astrologer, who's been reading the stars for lifetimes, she continued her studies with some of the world's top astrologers. She then devoted herself to learning different types of healing to create her own style of spiritual medicine. By fusing astrology, energetic healing, and intuition, she is able to help her clients heal their wounds, clear old patterns, and help them come back home to their heart. Danielle has given talks on mysticism and astrology at Scorpios Mykonos, Glossier Headquarters in NYC, Soho House, The Assemblage, The Goodfest and has traveled to over 32 countries bringing women together while leading retreats in Hawaii, Costa Rica, as well as 3 retreats on the Greek Islands of Mykonos and Kythnos. Her work has been featured in Vogue Netherlands (twice!), Goop, Astrology.com, London Standard, The Numinous, Yogi Approved, Thought Catalog, JDate, CBS Radio and more!In This Episode, We Explore:Why eclipses are powerful catalysts for change, and how they accelerate both our personal growth and the collective consciousness.The art of surrender: learning to release what is no longer aligned instead of gripping tighter during transformational seasons.Why purpose is a frequency we embody, not a destination we chase, and how to attune to it.The importance of listening to the whispers of your soul, honoring your intuition, and saying no to what isn't in alignment.Cultivating self-grace, authenticity, and energetic hygiene through practices like body work and energy clearing.Follow Danielle Paige on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamdaniellepaige/ Learn more about Danielle here: https://daniellepaige.com/Join the Cosmic Body Collective Membership: https://cosmicbodycollective.com/Listen to the Cosmic Body Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cosmic-body-with-danielle-paige/id1459167088Stay Connected:Instagram https://www.instagram.com/whitneyaronoff/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/starseedkitchen/TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@whitneyaronoffTikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@starseedkitchenLearn more about Starseed Kitchenhttps://starseedkitchen.com/Shop organic spiceshttps://starseedkitchen.com/shop/code STARSEED for 10% offWork with a personal chefhttps://form.typeform.com/to/CGDu08tEBook a 1-on-1 callhttps://bit.ly/4smXWUfFind more of Chef Whitney's offerings herehttps://linktr.ee/whitney.aronoff

Una crisis sensorial y un berrinche pueden parecer similares a simple vista, sobre todo en niños, pero tienen causas y características diferentes. Saber diferenciarlos es clave para dar una respuesta adecuada. Precisamente para saber diferenciarlos, identificar cuáles son los diferentes tipos de crisis sensoriales y muchos detalles más, nos acompaña el Dr. Antonio Rizzoli Córdoba quien ya ha estado con nosotros en previamente en Pediatras en Línea. El Dr. Antonio Rizzoli estudió la licenciatura en Médico Cirujano en la Universidad La Salle, la licenciatura en Psicología, especialidad en Pediatría y Neurología Pediátrica, Maestría y Doctorado en Ciencias en la Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México (UNAM) obteniendo mención honorífica en todas sus etapas formativas. Egresado del programa Safety, Quality, Informatics and Leadership por la Escuela de Medicina de Harvard. Actualmente se desempeña como Jefe del Servicio de Pediatría del Desarrollo y la Conducta, Hospital Infantil de México Federico Gómez, del cual es fundador; coordinador de los Programas de Atención Primaria, Discapacidad y Desarrollo Infantil 2025-2027, Asociación Internacional de Pediatría. Ha dictado más de 300 conferencias nacionales e internacionales y ha sido profesor invitado de la Facultad de Enfermería de la Universidad de Costa Rica. Cuenta con más de 30 publicaciones indexadas como autor principal, además de ser tutor de tesis más de 50 alumnos de posgrado y dos alumnos egresados de maestría en ciencias médicas. Instagram: @‌arizzolic Facebook: Dr. Antonio Rizzoli ¿Tienes algún comentario sobre este episodio o sugerencias de temas para un futuro podcast?  Escríbenos a pediatrasenlinea@childrenscolorado.org.

Hablar de las reformas que se necesitan para fortalecer el financiamiento a las campañas electorales en democracia, es un tema poco atractivo… Hasta que se destapa un manejo inadecuado, irregular o abiertamente ilegal y se produce un escándalo que, inevitablemente, termina por denostar a la democracia misma. Sin ir más lejos, el informe preliminar de la OEA tras la reciente elección, alertó a Costa Rica sobre el peligro de la infiltración del crimen organizado en el esquema de financiamiento nacional. Además, nos recordó las reformas pendientes en cuanto a la dependencia del financiamiento privado en los torneos, así como la falta de límites a las contribuciones, entre otras modificaciones necesarias. Conversamos al respecto con Alejandro Robles, especialista en la materia.

While in Costa Rica, Tammy found a group of musicians playing the type of music one would expect from a Costa Rican band. What she didn't expect was hearing them break into country music. Where was the unexpected place you heard country music? 

En el episodio de hoy hablaremos de herencias, presión, gloria y fantasmas que persiguen a los goleadores de Chivas. Nos metemos a Guadalajara para sentarnos cara a cara con Armando González, pero no “La Hormiga”, sino el padre. Un exfutbolista que hoy vive algo que pocos pueden contar, pasar de ser el protagonista a convertirse en “el papá de”, ¿cómo se forma un delantero de élite desde casa?, ¿qué tan duro es el filtro para llegar a Primera División?, casa club, disciplina, tentaciones, redes sociales, dinero y una meta clara: Mundial 2026. Abordamos el peso de jugar en Chivas hoy, donde cada gol te convierte en héroe y cada error te incendia en redes. ¿Es más difícil ser delantero del Guadalajara ahora que hace 30 años?, la respuesta no es tan sencilla, pero sí es contundente. Después cruzamos fronteras hasta Costa Rica para hablar con Erick “Cubo” Torres, el hombre que evitó el descenso con un doblete en Puebla, el que vivió la presión, la crítica y hasta el envío a Colombia para trabajar con coaching mental. ¿Qué le faltó para convertirse en leyenda?, ¿qué consejo le da hoy a La Hormiga para no perderse en la fama?. Este episodio no es solo fútbol, es sobre legado, salud mental, disciplina, tentaciones, caída y redención. Es la historia de cómo se construye y se sostiene un goleador. Mantente actualizado con lo último de 'TUDN Podcast'. ¡Suscríbete para no perderte ningún episodio!Ayúdanos a crecer dejándonos un review ¡Tu opinión es muy importante para nosotros!¿Conoces a alguien que amaría este episodio? ¡Compárteselo por WhatsApp, por texto, por Facebook, y ayúdanos a correr la voz!Escúchanos en Uforia App, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, y el canal de YouTube de Uforia Podcasts, o donde sea que escuchas tus podcasts.'TUDN Podcast' es un podcast de Uforia Podcasts, la plataforma de audio de TelevisaUnivision.

Kelsey sits down with Joy Smith from Franklin, TN, creator of Savvy Travel Mamas (Instagram + podcast), to share the ultimate Harry Potter-inspired trip for a 12-year-old. After Joy's son finished all seven books, she promised to take him to iconic filming locations and bring the magic to life and in summer 2025, they did exactly that!From London highlights and a special Harry Potter afternoon tea to the must-do Warner Bros. Studio Tour, Joy breaks down what to book early and how to plan a perfect kid-approved itinerary. Then it's off to Scotland for jaw-dropping scenery and real-life “Hogwarts” moments, including spotting the Jacobite Steam Train (the “Hogwarts Express”) crossing the Glenfinnan Viaduct and visiting the dreamy cloisters at the University of Glasgow. Tune in for practical tips, favorite moments, and the kind of trip your Harry Potter fan will never forget!This episode is available to watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kelseygravesIf you'd like to share about your trip on the podcast, email me at: kelsey@triptalespodcast.comBuy Me A Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/kelseygravesFollow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kelsey_gravesFollow me on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mskelseygravesJoin us in the Trip Tales Podcast Community Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1323687329158879Mentioned in this episode:- Vessi Waterproof Travel Sneaker: https://go.shopmy.us/p-44154365- Go City Passes: https://prf.hn/click/camref:1110l7UuS- MINNEAPOLIS: Hyatt Regency Minneapolis, Mall of America- Air France Minneapolis to London on points- LONDON: Holiday Inn Express Victoria, Pimlico Subway Station, The Georgian Hotel, Harry Potter Warner Brothers Studio Tour, Harry Potter Tea, Butterbeer, Tower of London, Crown Jewels, St. Paul's Catherdral, Thames River Cruise, London Eye, Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, Trafalgar Square, London Lego Store, Piccadilly Circus, Bread Ahead, London City Airport- SCOTLAND: Glasgow, The Highlands, Fort William, Hogwarts Express, Jacobite Steam Train, Glenfinnan Viaduct, The Garrison Hotel, Ben Nevis Mountain, Mallaig, Fort Augustus, Loch Ness Monster (Nessie), the Cloisters at the University of Glasgow, Glasgow Airport, Scotland Rail- WEST KILBRIDE: Joy visits her family castle, Clan Hunter Home, Hunterston Castle, William Wallace tree from Braveheart- DUBLIN: Hyatt Centric Dublin, Go City Pass, St. Patrick's Cathedral, City Bus Tour, Guinness Tour, Marsha's Library, Aer LingusTrip Tales is a travel podcast sharing real vacation stories and trip itineraries for family travel, couples getaways, cruises, and all-inclusive resorts. Popular episodes feature destinations like Marco Island Florida, Costa Rica with kids, Disney Cruise Line, Disney Aulani in Hawaii, Beaches Turks & Caicos, Park City ski trips, Aruba, Italy, Ireland, Portugal's Azores, New York City, Alaska cruises, and U.S. National Parks. Listeners get real travel tips, itinerary recommendations, hotel reviews, restaurant recommendations, and inspiration for planning their next vacation, especially when traveling with kids.

In this week's episode, Nicky is joined by her partner and love Nick Onken for a raw, unscripted conversation recorded just days after returning from a profound seven-day couples Divine Union immersion in Costa Rica.Nothing was prepared. Nothing was scripted. What you'll hear is two people still integrating one of the most transformative experiences of their lives. The real, tender, and sometimes uncomfortable truth of what it means to do deep work together, and what becomes possible when you do.This episode picks up where their first conversation left off, going deeper into the dynamics of masculine and feminine energy, the wounds we carry into relationships, and what it truly looks like to choose each other at a root level.You'll Learn:Their profound experience throughout their divine union immersionWhy the distinction between "I need you to feel complete" and "I cannot reach my highest without you” changes everything The childhood wounds (strict religious control, inherited scarcity, a mother's survival) that were showing up in their relationship, and how they traced them to the rootHow to navigate conflict without drama, process your triggers before bringing them to your partner, and repair without keeping scoreAnd lot's more!— Ready to Go Deeper? Take Your First Step Into This Life Changing Work…Listening to Life:A 4-Day Intensive Transformative Programme to completely shift beyond the current limitations, repeating problems, and patterns in your life. Discover an entirely new possibility for who you truly are and the life you can live.Join our Programme Priority List to get the latest news: https://nickyclinch.lpages.co/listening-to-life-opt-in/ Book Your Call with Our Team: https://calendly.com/d/wvpz-r6zs/maturation-discovery-callPLUS✉️ Join Outgrowing Survival with Nicky Clinch: https://nickyclinch.activehosted.com/f/27Free weekly deep teachings and reflections from Nicky to mature your being and outgrow survival.This is your invitation to go beyond surface-level change and start transforming at the root.— Connect with Nicky: Visit my website: https://nickyclinch.com/ Find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicky_clinch/ Find me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nickyclinchmaturation Let's connect on LinkedIn: https://uk.linkedin.com/company/nicky-clinch-surrender---Remember:  Transformation always feels uncomfortable - until it doesn't. Your next breakthrough might just be on the other side of what feels like falling apart.

Are you doing “all the right things” and still feeling like happiness keeps slipping through your fingers? In this episode, Dr. Diana Hill talks with Yale psychology professor and The Happiness Lab host Dr. Laurie Santos about the biggest mind traps that block joy—and the small, research-backed shifts that help you feel better in real life. Together, Diana and Laurie unpack why mind-wandering, hedonic adaptation (getting used to the good), and comparison quietly drain wellbeing—and how practices like mindfulness/savoring, treating negative emotions as helpful signals, radical acceptance, and “time affluence” can bring you back to what matters most.Key takeaways you'll learn in this episode:The three biggest “happiness traps” (mind-wandering, adaptation, and comparison) and how to work with them.Why chasing “good vibes only” can backfire—and how to redefine happiness as flourishing.How to use negative emotions as signals (like a dashboard light) instead of problems to eliminate.Why more money and achievement often don't move happiness much—and what tends to help more (sleep, friends, free time, and presence).Press play, then share this episode with a high-achiever friend (or anyone feeling stuck in the comparison spiral) who could use a science-backed reset on what actually creates joy.Related ResourcesGet enhanced show notes for this episodeOrder my book, Wise Effort: How to Focus Your Genius Energy on What Matters Most, and receive special bonus gifts.Want to become more psychologically flexible? Take Diana's "Foundations of ACT" course.Diana's EventsReserve your spot in Diana's Costa Rica retreat in 2026!See Diana at an upcoming eventConnecting With DianaSubscribe for free on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.Leave a 5-star review on Apple so people like you can find the show.Sign up for the free Wise Effort Newsletter.Become a Wise Effort member to support the show.Follow Diana on YouTube, Instagram,

Reggie & John hit their Lunchtime Confessions on a Monday, especially with OG being back from Costa Rica!

The NFL Combine is this week, so Reggie Adetula & John Lopez point some... potentially concerning things about the Texans. Reggie & John hit their Lunchtime Confessions on a Monday, especially with OG being back from Costa Rica! With the Houston Astros now finally playing some Spring Training games, Reggie & John give their early thoughts.

John Lopez is BACK from Costa Rica & Reggie Adetula is intrigued to hear the questions OG has with all the crazy storylines that happened since he was gone. Afterwards, In The Loop gets into hockey talk as USA Men's Hockey defeated Canada to win first gold medal since Miracle On The Ice. And inspired by the triumphant win, the Question of the Day: What would/have you sacrifice for a win? Reggie Adetula & John Lopez go Around the NFL together for the first time in quite some time! Also, Reggie & John discuss the Houston Rockets' collapse against the Knicks & how Udoka keeps blowing fourth quarter leads. The fellas then take a look at What's Poppin as they re-visit the US being golden in men's hockey in the Winter Olympics and some Astros nuggets. The NFL Combine is this week, so Reggie Adetula & John Lopez point some... potentially concerning things about the Texans. Reggie & John hit their Lunchtime Confessions on a Monday, especially with OG being back from Costa Rica! With the Houston Astros now finally playing some Spring Training games, Reggie & John give their early thoughts. With all the negative talk on Texans QB CJ Stroud, a fellow QB in Panthers' own Bryce Young may have given John Lopez & Reggie Adetula a different point of view. Reggie takes over The Mixtape once again as he educates us on underwear that tracks farts & a women went "missing" for 24 years. The fellas then end it discussing more Astros.

The voices telling you it won't work usually belong to people who never tried. Nobody gives you permission to take a chance. You just do it.Chris built a 50K MRR business without a formal education, a tech background, or a plan. As an actor, a car dealership paid him $400 to be in a commercial and he thought, "If I can pretend to do this, what happens if I just actually do it?"From there it was taking on teaching himself APIs, webhooks integrations, and enough failures to make most people quit. He's now responsible for 40% of some dealerships' bottom lines, working remotely from Ottawa, heading to Costa Rica.We talked about why people don't take that first step. Chris's take is it's mostly the room you're in. When you move somewhere nobody knows you, the risk calculus changes. The voices telling you you're going to look stupid usually belong to people who never left.We also got into social media, the throttled notification drip sequences designed to keep you coming back, the rage bait economy, the positive reinforcement loop that rewards the most outrageous behavior. His advice was simple: put your phone down and tackle your life goals head on.Chris also hosts Bad Hombres TV on YouTube.

Hey daar lieve luisteraar, Lou hier. Nog steeds vanuit het hart van Miracle Town in Costa Rica. Deze week gaat het in the Miracle Town Radio Show over Identiteitscrisis en het afscheid (moeten) nemen van oude Identiteiten. Ik had zelf niet in de gaten hoe sterk mijn (oude) identiteit van moeder (en daarna nana) is, terwijl mijn kinderen allemaal volwassen zijn en mij niet meer nodig hebben zoals toen ze klein waren. Dit op zich is natuurlijk logisch, maar ik had niet in de gaten dat ik hén nog altijd nodig had als bevestiging van mijn bestaan, terwijl ik een ander bestaan aan het opbouwen ben..! Dit blijkt een klassiek fenomeen bij Identity Shifts. De zgn IDENTITY DESTABILISATION OF THE OLD REFERENCE SYSTEM. Wanneer je stopt met jezelf te reguleren via externe bevestiging, voelt het systeem tijdelijk onbeschermd. Niet omdat je zwakker bent geworden, maar omdat je een oude regulatiestrategie niet meer gebruikt. De oude identity reguleerde zich via - nabijheid - bevestiging - respons van belangrijke anderen (In mijn geval dus mijn kinderen) De nieuwe Identity reguleert zich via: -interne stabiliteit -zelf referentie -structurele identiteit (Bij mij de Empire State Being) En precies op dat overgangspunt voelt het soms alsof je ‘bloot' bent. Niet omdat je minder stabiel bent, maar omdat je stabiliteit nu van binnenuit komt in plaats van van buitenaf. Dat is de identiteitscrisis. Niet het verlies van jezelf. Maar het verlies van de oude manier waarop je jezelf stabiliseerde. Wanneer je afscheid neemt van een oude identiteit kunnen er momenten zijn waarop je zenuwstelsel nog reageert vanuit de oude structuur. Niet omdat je perse terugvalt maar omdat je zenuwstelsel aan het leren is dat het zichzelf nu anders stabiliseert (of moet leren te stabiliseren) Je stabiliteit is dan niet langer afhankelijk van hoe anderen reageren, maar van wie je besloten hebt te zijn. In deze radio show weer reuze aha's bij mezelf hoe het vasthouden aan mijn ‘core' identity als moeder/nana mijn succes in de weg zat. Verder een gesprek over hoe je als Identity verder moet zonder je partner en wat te doen met al die ‘negatieve emoties' als schuld, schaamte, boosheid, verdriet etc. Want die zitten je manifestaties toch in de weg?! Dat hoeft dus helemaal niet. Hoe? dat hoor je in deze show. Het is een heel eerlijk en transparante show geworden, waarin ik de schellen die me weer eens van de ogen zijn gevallen openhartig met je deel. Inmiddels is in Miracle Town ook de Miracle Town Chronicles toegevoegd aan the MT Press & Broadcasting House. Inwoner worden van Miracle Town is nog steeds gratis. Dat kun je via deze link doen:

Isaac del Toro abre su cuenta en carreras por etapas World Tour con su triunfo en el UAE Tour. Mientras que Juan Ayuso e Iván Romeo triunfan en la Vuelta a Algarve y la Vuelta a Andalucía.  Además, el estado de salud de Andrey Amador tras una caída mientras dirigía el entrenamiento con la Preselección Nacional de Costa Rica y el triunfo de México en el Campeonato Panamericano de Pista disputado en Chile. ____________________________________________

Today we're exploring the world of Birding - otherwise known as Birdwatching - with Rick Szabo. Rick has been birding for more than 14 years and observed over 1600 different species. He also guides tours for fellow bird enthusiasts in Texas, California, Ontario, Saskatchewan and Costa Rica.

RESOURCES- Join me in Lotus Rising Premium Coaching at danettecoaching.com - Get an opportunity to win a $150 Visa Gift Card! Follow the podcast and share your favorite episode on social media by tagging me @thedanettemay - Fuel your day with Rootz Nutrition Protein Superfood: a clean protein plus greens blend designed to support energy, curb cravings, and nourish your body with real superfoods.Click this link to get your exclusive discount and try it for yourself.CONNECT WITH DANETTEInstagram: @thedanettemayFacebook: Danette MayTikTok: @thedanettemayNEW TV Show on Youtube: @TheDanetteMayListen to The Danette May ShowRead my book: danettemay.com/embraceabundancebookGet The Rise book: therisebook.comWork with Danette: danettemay.comIn Day 5 of my Diary Series, I share a powerful breakthrough moment as I finally say yes to hosting my first open-to-the-public Manifestival. We dive into the energetic shifts many are feeling as we move toward the Fire Horse of 2026, the Hopi prophecy about trusting the river of change, and what it truly means to let go of old patterns, fear, and inherited belief systems. I open up about manifestation through music and movement, the power of sound healing frequencies, and why joy may be the fastest path to creating what your soul desires.I also give a personal update on my deep healing journey, including subconscious trauma release, working with sound frequency therapy, and naturally supporting my body through hip and bone spur healing. This episode is about spiritual awakening, nervous system regulation, embodied manifestation, and stepping fully into your soul's calling. If you're feeling pulled into something new, questioning old identities, or ready to release what no longer serves you, this conversation will help you trust the shift and move forward with intention. IN THIS EPISODE:(0:46) Season 3 celebration + $150 visa giveaway – How to enter(1:41) Day 5 check-in – Feeling the pull & the fire horse energy shift(2:50) Hopi prophecy wisdom – Stop clinging and trust the river(3:44) What Manifestival really is – Music, movement and sacred sound frequencies(6:23) Public Manifestival announced – Date, ticket details and what to expect(10:01) Letting go for 2026 – Releasing fear, old stories and family conditioning(13:18) Hip healing update – Costa Rica therapy, bone spurs and subconscious trauma release(14:59) New Costa Rica healing mastermind (16:24) Closing reflections – Weather shifts, grounding practices and staying spiritually aligned

How do weather, habitat, and season influence a snake's ability to fight disease?In this episode, Chris Jenkins sits down with Catherine Hanks, a graduate student in ecology at the University of Georgia, to talk about her path into graduate school, from studying tropical ecology in Costa Rica to finding the right lab as an undergraduate. They also dive into her thesis research on the immune capacity of Eastern Indigo Snakes and what it may reveal about how these iconic snakes respond to Snake Fungal Disease in the wild. Connect with Chris on Facebook, Instagram or at The Orianne Society.Shop Snake Talk merch.If you like what you've been hearing on this podcast, consider supporting The Orianne Society today.

Hey Friends~  This episode is part 2 of the series “When Communication is Hard.”    Today we're talking about childhood apraxia of speech and other motor speech disorders—what they are, and why speech can be so effort-filled for some kids. If your child knows what they want to say but can't consistently get the words out, this episode will help you understand what's really going on beneath the surface.  We'll also talk about why “just practice” often backfires and what kinds of support actually help at home. I am glad you are here, your child will be, too!  Always cheering you on!  Dinalynn CONTACT the Host, Dinalynn:  hello@thelanguageofplay.com COMMENT? QUESTION?  Leave a voice message!  https://castfeedback.com/play WANT TO WORK WITH ME?  Let's talk:  https://calendly.com/hello-play/strategy-session   MORE RESOURCES I APPROVE AND YOU MAY LOVE:   February - Honoring & Highlighting Children's Authors  Constance Lewis: Emotions   Connect: https://www.colorfulcapesoffeelings.com/ Jason Heffler: Children's Speech Disorders   Connect: linktr.ee/jasonheffler Terry Lilga:  Rhyming   Connect: https://terrililgabooks.com/ Claire Miller: Storytelling With Kids   Connect: www.clairemillerauthor.co.uk   Rella B:  Life Lessons   Connect:  https://rellabbooks.com/   “Bye to Burnout Bundle” for the Homeschool Moms Sign up for Resources! Included is your entrance into my talk with Q&A titled, “Does My Homeschool Child Qualify for Speech Therapy?” I will talk plainly about qualifications and answer your questions.  Bundle Quick Link: https://www.maliaphelpswaller.com/bye-to-burnout-bundle Sign up for a family trip to Costa Rica!!   2026 is a year for deeper connection at Family Talks Retreat in Costa Rica

SEASON 2 - EPISODE 181 - Jack Fisk - Production Designer In this extended episode of the Team Deakins Podcast, we speak with production designer Jack Fisk (MARTY SUPREME, THERE WILL BE BLOOD, MULHOLLAND DRIVE). Spanning the worlds' jungles, mountains, and open plains, Jack's work as a designer brings the real world to the audience on the big screen. Throughout our conversation, Jack discusses his views on designing, and he recalls numerous stories detailing the exhaustive work behind his contributions to films such as DAYS OF HEAVEN, THE THIN RED LINE, and THE REVENANT. Later, Jack reveals how he resurrected post-war New York City in the Lower East Side in MARTY SUPREME, and we discuss how he collaborated with cinematographer Darius Khondji (Season 1, Episode 135) on the film and strove for originality in its design. Jack also reflects on the evolution of his lifelong friendship with David Lynch from high school up until his death in 2025, and he shares how he overcame a number of obstacles while designing MULHOLLAND DRIVE. Plus, Jack recalls how he survived the "highway of death" in Costa Rica. Listen to Ruth De Jong's episode (Season 2, Episode 49) to learn even more about Jack. - Recommended Viewing: MULHOLLAND DRIVE, DAYS OF HEAVEN - This episode is sponsored by Aputure & Picture Shop 

Comenzaremos la primera parte del programa hablando de las soluciones que busca Cuba para el bloqueo petrolero de Estados Unidos; y de un nuevo proyecto de ley en Argentina que bajaría la edad de responsabilidad penal a 14 años. Hablaremos también de la recuperación de la biodiversidad del río Yangtsé en China tras una prohibición de pesca en el año 2021; y por último, del homenaje a Lula da Silva en el Carnaval de Río de Janeiro.   La segunda parte del programa estará dedicada a la cultura y lenguaje de América Latina. En el diálogo gramatical ilustraremos ejemplos de Adverbs, mientras hablamos del pueblo indígena bribri, que viven en partes de Costa Rica y Panamá. Cerraremos la emisión explorando el uso de la frase Ojo por ojo, diente por diente. En este segmento hablaremos de la veneración de un santo pagano: San La Muerte. - Cuba busca soluciones al bloqueo de petróleo de Estados Unidos - Argentina busca bajar la edad de imputabilidad - El río Yangtsé recupera su flora y fauna - El Carnaval de Río homenajea a Lula da Silva - Las particularidades del pueblo bribri - Un santo para quienes buscan venganza